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50 Facts You Didn't Know About Pitch Perfect

The Why・13 minutes read

Pitch Perfect was a highly successful movie, with the sequel becoming the highest-grossing musical comedy in history. The cast underwent a rigorous month-long singing and dancing boot camp before filming to prepare for their roles.

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  • Rebel Wilson's improvisation added humor to Pitch Perfect, creating memorable moments during filming.
  • The production of Pitch Perfect involved extensive preparation, including a month-long singing and dancing boot camp for the cast, showcasing the dedication to ensuring a high-quality musical performance in the film.

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Recent questions

  • How much did Pitch Perfect earn globally?

    Over $400 million

  • Who improvised most of her lines in Pitch Perfect?

    Rebel Wilson

  • What was the original movie supposed to feature instead of The Breakfast Club?

    Different movie

  • What was the vomit in Pitch Perfect made of?

    Pineapple juice, tomato juice, chicken noodle soup

  • How did the cast prepare for Pitch Perfect?

    Month-long singing and dancing boot camp

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Pitch Perfect: Musical Comedy Hit with Surprising Facts

  • Pitch Perfect, released in 2012, was a major hit, earning over $400 million globally, with the sequel being the highest-grossing musical comedy ever.
  • Brittany Snow mentioned that Rebel Wilson improvised most of her lines, leading to hilarious moments on set.
  • The original movie was supposed to feature a different movie watched by Anna Kendrick and Skylar Astin, not The Breakfast Club.
  • Adam Devine and Rebel Wilson had previously worked together on an episode of Workaholics before Pitch Perfect.
  • The hot tub scene in the Treble House featured a background porno created by producer Elizabeth Banks.
  • Audrey's vomit in the movie was a mix of pineapple juice, tomato juice, and chicken noodle soup, with actors noting it smelled like cheese.
  • The cast underwent a month-long singing and dancing boot camp to prepare for the film, held in Baton Rouge before filming.
  • The riff-off scene initially had 17 songs but was cut down to 8 due to budget constraints, filmed at 3 am in an empty outdoor pool.
  • Adam Devine's character was cast due to his resemblance to John Cusack, aiming for an awkward yet likable vibe.
  • The movie featured real a cappella groups, including Pentatonix, and professional musicians and beatboxers found through YouTube channels.
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